WGCD Rock Salt and Associated Products Framework (iv)

Tender description

Supply of rock salt and de-icing products Lot 1: The purpose of this notice is to notify the market of the forthcoming proposed tender opportunity for the supply and distribution of rock salt and associated deicing products which is being conducted by the Welsh Government Commercial Delivery Division (WGCD). The WGCD acts on behalf of the public sector in Wales to deliver value for money from the procurement of common and repetitive good and services for Wales. The WGCD on behalf of the Welsh public sector wishes to establish a collaborative framework agreement for rock salt and associated deicing products. The framework will replace the current WGCD Rock Salt and Associated Products Framework (NPS-CFM-106-20) when it expires in 2025. The new framework will be made available for use by all WGCD customers. The lotting structure of this framework is yet to be confirmed however key areas are likely to include but are not limited to: - rock salt and pre-coated rock salt (6.3mm and 10mm) - pure dried vacuum salt and pre-coated pure dried vacuum salt - marine salt and pre-coated marine salt - specialist requirements - potassium acetate It is anticipated that the duration of this framework agreement will be for 4 years. The WGCD will be engaging closely with potential bidders during the procurement process to create suitable and cost-effective solution to its customers. The WGCD is striving to develop a vibrant Welsh economy capable of delivering strong and sustainable economic growth by providing opportunities for everyone in Wales. Sustainable development means ensuring that our actions contribute in the round to social, economic and environmental well-being now and in the future; improving the environment, building stronger communities, reducing social exclusion and poverty and encouraging the development of the economy. The commitment to deliver 'Social Value' outcomes from our procurement activity is designed to ensure wider social and economic issues are taken into account when spending public money. The intention is to achieve the very best value for money in the widest sense. Consequently, social value clauses will be considered as part of proposed procurement as core or non-core or a combination of both to address socio-economic and/or environmental issues. Further information will be provided once a contract notice is issued through the Find a Tender service. Additional information: Expressions of interest can be made to the following email address: commercialprocurement.buildings@gov.wales. The WGCD will not respond directly to expressions of interest but those expressing an interest will automatically be invited to an online market engagement event on 24th September 2024.